Hurricane Beryl update - 10 things to know with detail
- 1. Hurricane Beryl is currently a Category 1 hurricane, with maximum sustained winds of 75 mph.
- 2. Beryl is the first hurricane of the 2018 Atlantic hurricane season, and it formed in the central Atlantic Ocean.
- 3. The hurricane is currently located about 1,100 miles east-southeast of the Lesser Antilles.
- 4. Beryl is moving westward at a fairly rapid pace, and is expected to approach the Lesser Antilles over the weekend.
- 5. A hurricane watch has been issued for Dominica, while a tropical storm watch is in effect for Barbados, St. Lucia, Martinique, Guadeloupe, and St. Martin.
- 6. Beryl is a relatively small hurricane, with hurricane-force winds extending only about 10 miles from the center.
- 7. The main threat from Beryl is expected to be heavy rainfall, which could lead to flash flooding and mudslides in the affected areas.
- 8. Residents in the Lesser Antilles are urged to monitor the progress of Beryl and make necessary preparations for the storm.
- 9. Beryl is expected to weaken as it moves into the eastern Caribbean Sea, due to increasing wind shear and drier air.
- 10. It is still too early to determine the exact impact that Beryl will have on the Caribbean islands, but residents should stay informed and follow the advice of local authorities.